Key: C
Introduction:
C
You left us behind to fight the fight
G7 C
We cried when you left but we knew you were right
F C
Can't take for granted that freedom will survive
Am G7
Without those willing to make the sacrifice
F C F
Though you didn't fall you gave your all
C G7 C
You're a hero to me
G7 C
All the years you were away
G7 C C7
Are not forgotten by America today
F C
You stood for the flag and liberty
Am D7
In our heart you did your part
F G7
To keep our country free
F C F
You survived and made it home alive
C G7 C
You're a hero to me
F G7 C
You don't have to fall to make a stand
F G7 C
You don't have to die to be a hero
F G7 C Am
Thank God you survived and came back alive
F G7
Without you where would we be
F G7 C
You're a hero to me
Passing our old hangout today
G7 C
Talking about our friends who went away
F C
Those who gave their life for you and me
Am G7
How I wish you believed it was meant to be
F C F
That you survive and make it home alive
C G7 C
You're a hero to me
F G7 C
You don't have to fall to make a stand
F G7 C
You don't have to die to be a hero
F G7 C Am
Thank God you survived and came back alive
F G7
Without you where would we be
F G7 C
You're a hero to me